1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Lantra | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Lantra | 207 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
